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CA05 UHM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

168,287 mi
Last recorded168,287 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 UHM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 168,287 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 163,636 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 160,015 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 156,193 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 151,737 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 142,677 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 137,043 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 137,036 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 May 2013 121,217 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 100,090 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 81,897 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 81,897 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 64,843 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 64,843 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 45,135 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 34,648 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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CA05 UHM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CA05 UHM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CA05 UHM registered?

CA05 UHM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is CA05 UHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA05 UHM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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